Atlanta United's Defensive Woes Continue in Heavy Loss to Real Salt Lake

Atlanta United concedes five goals, including three from set pieces, in a 5-2 defeat against Real Salt Lake, dropping below the playoff line.

Real Salt Lake scored within the first minute and added four more goals, exploiting Atlanta's defensive lapses.
Interim manager Rob Valentino highlighted the team's need to rectify defensive errors, especially on set pieces.
Atlanta United's Saba Lobjanidze and Daniel Rios managed to score, but their efforts were overshadowed by defensive shortcomings.
The loss marks Atlanta United's second consecutive road defeat, complicating their playoff aspirations.
Atlanta United faces Indy Eleven next in the U.S. Open Cup, a crucial match to regain momentum.